New Zealand tracks and walks

Trampers on the Mangatepopo boardwalk, Tongariro Crossing. Photo: Jimmy Johnson.

There are extensive walking and mountain biking opportunities on conservation land throughout New Zealand.

Manawatu/Whanganui region

Maori carving on meeting house, Koroniti Marae, Wanganui. Photo: Ross Henderson.

Explore the tracks and walks of Manawatu/Whanganui, including the Whanganui Journey, one of New Zealand's Great Walks.

Wairarapa region

View from Mt Holdsworth on the Powell - Jumbo circuit. Photo: Colin Miskelly.

Wairarapa walks include the Rimutaka Rail Trail and the classic walks Mt Holdsworth-Jumbo Circuit and Holdsworth-Kaitoke.

Kapiti

View of the Waikanae River from the Mangaone Walking Track. Photo: Jeremy Rolfe.

From the Tararua Southern Crossing to the Mangaone Walking Track, the Kapiti area's walking tracks offer a range of recreational opportunities.

Wellington

 Walking track on Matiu/Somes Island. Photo: Chandra Littlewood.

Learn more about walks and tracks available in the Wellington area including the Makara Walking Track and the tracks on Matiu/Somes Island and in the Rimutaka Forest Park.

Weather

NZ weather

Maps

New Zealand topographic maps are available from DOC Visitor Centres

Learn more

Read important notices about DOC managed areas in the Wellington region

Plan and prepare for your trip

The Great Walks

Wellington NZ website

Federated Mountain Clubs website

Stop the spread of didymo
Check, Clean, Dry
all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.

Safety

Follow the Outdoor Safety Code:
1. Plan your trip
2. Tell someone
3. Be aware of the weather
4. Know your limits
5. Take sufficient supplies

Safety alerts for Wellington/Kapiti tracks

Contacts

Wellington Visitor Centre
Phone: +64 4 384 7770
Address: 18 Manners Street
Wellington
Email: wellingtonvc@doc.govt.nz
Full office details

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